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    Skeptics with a K

    Skeptics with a K is the podcast for science, reason and critical thinking from the Merseyside Skeptics Society. Each episode features Mike Hall, Michael Marshall, and Dr Alice Howarth chatting about the things which interest them, often from a skeptical angle.

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    Episode #487 Oct 22, 2026
    Show notes

    Marsh looks at the way claims about two-tier policing are used to launder the reputations of bad actors and conspiracy theorists.

    Meanwhile, the whole team is exhausted from the European Skeptics Congress, and Marsh tries to persuade school teachers to join his maths programme.

    Sign up for the Skeptics with a K Patreon at https://patreon.com/skepticswithak, or to support Merseyside Skeptics as well as the podcast, donate at https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics. Patrons can now get access to shows early.

    You can also chat with us on the Skeptics in the Pub Discord server.

    Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.

    Episode #486 Oct 15, 2026
    Show notes

    Alice talks about the funding crisis in academia, and Marsh and Alice go to see Matt Winning performing live. Plus, the very last call for tickets for the European Skeptics Congress!

    You can find all the details on the European Skeptics Congress at escliverpool.org. Online tickets are available for just £10. Get yours while you can.

    Sign up for the Skeptics with a K Patreon at https://patreon.com/skepticswithak, or to support Merseyside Skeptics as well as the podcast, donate at https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics. Patrons can now get access to shows early.

    You can also chat with us on the Skeptics in the Pub Discord server.

    Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.

    Episode #485 Oct 08, 2026
    Show notes

    Mike looks at the spread of 'fake proverbs', the supposedly original versions of popular sayings which are actually modern inventions. Meanwhile, Alice needs a new battery for her car and Marsh takes another call about an investment opportunity.

    You can find all the details on the European Skeptics Congress at escliverpool.org. Online tickets are still available for just £10.

    Sign up for the Skeptics with a K Patreon at https://patreon.com/skepticswithak, or to support Merseyside Skeptics as well as the podcast, donate at https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics. Patrons can now get access to shows early.

    You can also chat with us on the Skeptics in the Pub Discord server.

    Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.

    Episode #484 Oct 01, 2026
    Show notes

    Alice looks at the biohackers, who try to change their lifestyles and biology to promote physical health and longevity. Meanwhile, Mike gets a new pet kitten.

    You can find all the details on the European Skeptics Congress at escliverpool.org. Tickets are priced at £180, or £120 for members of ECSO-affiliated organisations.

    Sign up for the Skeptics with a K Patreon at https://patreon.com/skepticswithak, or to support Merseyside Skeptics as well as the podcast, donate at https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics. Patrons can now get access to shows early.

    You can also chat with us on the Skeptics in the Pub Discord server.

    Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.

    Episode #483 Sep 24, 2026
    Show notes

    Marsh is targeted to invest in his property portfolio and unexpectedly ends up speaking with a former London mayoral candidate. Meanwhile, Mike is watching a red dot running an ultra marathon, while Alice and Marsh watch another red dot in Porto.

    You can find all the details on the European Skeptics Congress at escliverpool.org. Tickets are priced at £180, or £120 for members of ECSO-affiliated organisations.

    Sign up for the Skeptics with a K Patreon at https://patreon.com/skepticswithak, or to support Merseyside Skeptics as well as the podcast, donate at https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics. Patrons can now get access to shows early.

    You can also chat with us on the Skeptics in the Pub Discord server.

    Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.

    Episode #482 Sep 17, 2026
    Show notes

    As Alice and Marsh return from travels to Portugal, Mike talks about the new feature from Anthropic which can identify AI generated text.

    You can find all the details on the European Skeptics Congress at escliverpool.org. Tickets are priced at £180, or £120 for members of ECSO-affiliated organisations.

    Sign up for the Skeptics with a K Patreon at https://patreon.com/skepticswithak, or to support Merseyside Skeptics as well as the podcast, donate at https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics. Patrons can now get access to shows early.

    You can also chat with us on the Skeptics in the Pub Discord server.

    Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.

    Episode #481 Sep 10, 2026
    Show notes

    Alice talks about neurodivergence and disability, following the new Channel 4 documentary The Great ADHD Myth. Meanwhile, Marsh tries to climb a ladder.

    Note: Alice's story contains some descriptions of disability discrimination which some listeners may find uncomfortable.

    You can find all the details on the European Skeptics Congress at escliverpool.org. Tickets are priced at the early bird rate of £140, or £120 for members of ECSO-affiliated organisations. The early bird rate finishes on September 14th, so buy now while you can.

    Sign up for the Skeptics with a K Patreon at https://patreon.com/skepticswithak, or to support Merseyside Skeptics as well as the podcast, donate at https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics. Patrons can now get access to shows early.

    You can also chat with us on the Skeptics in the Pub Discord server.

    Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.

    Episode #480 Sep 03, 2026
    Show notes

    Marsh looks at the links between billionaire activists and academia, where claims of academic freedom provide cover for a political agenda. Meanwhile, Mike is visited by an angel.

    You can find all the details on the European Skeptics Congress at escliverpool.org. Tickets are priced at the early bird rate of £140, or £120 for members of ECSO-affiliated organisations.

    Sign up for the Skeptics with a K Patreon at https://patreon.com/skepticswithak, or to support Merseyside Skeptics as well as the podcast, donate at https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics. Patrons can now get access to shows early.

    You can also chat with us on the Skeptics in the Pub Discord server.

    Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.

    Episode #479 Aug 27, 2026
    Show notes

    Mike explores the difference between large language models, and other types of artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, Alice is hurling toddlers from a patio.

    You can find all the details on the European Skeptics Congress at escliverpool.org. Tickets are priced at the early bird rate of £140, or £120 for members of ECSO-affiliated organisations.

    Sign up for the Skeptics with a K Patreon at https://patreon.com/skepticswithak, or to support Merseyside Skeptics as well as the podcast, donate at https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics. Patrons can now get access to shows early.

    You can also chat with us on the Skeptics in the Pub Discord server.

    Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.

    Episode #478 Aug 20, 2026
    Show notes

    Alice talks about open research and research integrity, in light of allegations of plagiarism made against a Cambridge professor. Meanwhile, the team goes to see Spider-Man.

    You can find all the details on the European Skeptics Congress at escliverpool.org. Tickets are priced at the early bird rate of £140, or £120 for members of ECSO-affiliated organisations.

    Sign up for the Skeptics with a K Patreon at https://patreon.com/skepticswithak, or to support Merseyside Skeptics as well as the podcast, donate at https://patreon.com/merseyskeptics. Patrons can now get access to shows early.

    You can also chat with us on the Skeptics in the Pub Discord server.

    Mixed and edited by Morgan Clarke.

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